04/24/2026
It is with a heavy heart we announce the departure of one of our favorite veterinarians, Dr. Anthony Fernandez.
I wasn't sure how to summarize how impactful his time here has been so I collected statements from his colleagues and teammates to post here, feel free to read all the wonderful things our team had to say about him, and please add your own to the comments or tag us in a post of your own.
"Working with Dr. Anthony has helped advance the careers and knowledge of so many people in this field. He always took the time to teach, explain, and support others whenever he could. It will be hard to imagine this place without him. I'm truly grateful for all the memories we made and the laughter we shared. We know he is moving on the greater things, and any clinic would be fortunate to have him. Thank you for being such a wonderful coworker, mentor, and friend. You will be deeply missed, and we wish you nothing but happiness and success in your next chapter." -April
"Dr. Anthony is one of the most patient doctors that I've ever worked with. He is kind, compassionate, he's really good with clients and patients. I like that he is willing to take time to teach and explain things so people can fully understand. Not all doctors are like that. I'll miss working with him." -Jason
"Dr. Anthony I cannot express how honored I am to have worked with you, learned from you, and gotten to know you. You have helped me grow so much, and I hope to live up to your expectations. Continue to enjoy good bourbon and ci**rs for me!"
-Alex
"Without Dr. Anthony I wouldn't have gotten this job. He was willing to have a phone call with me about my goals for the future before even knowing who I was. My favorite memory was sitting down in the Dr.'s office and asking how I know if i should be a tech or a DVM. Dr. Anthony have me a lot of great information and some words that really stuck with me. This conversation really helped me figure out what direction I want to go in the future" - Rachel
"Dr. Anthony has been a wonderful mentor during my time here at Kessen. He always has encouraging words and a smile when needed. Dr. Anthony will be very missed and I wish him all the best on his adventures with Dr. Laura and their adorable family!" - Andi
"What I liked about working with Dr. Fernandez is that he is super knowledgeable and caring. He is always making sure is patients with the best treatment" -Loren
"Dr. Anthony, I'm going to miss how great of a teacher you are. Not only to do you care so much about your patients, you truly care about everyone around you. You push all of us to be our best and I will miss that so much. Thank you for everything you taught me. I will miss you so much. Good luck with everything, you deserve the best!" -Haven
"Dr. Anthony, thank you so much for being an amazing person and Dr. I am so glad I was able to get to know you and thank you for wanting to teach me. We have had some great times and laughs! I wish you nothing but the best" -Lacey
"Some of my favorite memories of working with Dr. Anthony are inside jokes, the day with "Dr haven", all the talk about sports, and reminiscing all things southern & 'classic' technology with the youngins (invention of the internet/ google, pagers, payphones, ect)." -Morgan
"It's not easy to put into words what you've meant to all of us, because you've been so much more than justa doctor- you've been a steady presence, a source of comfort, and someone who truly leads with heart. Your kindness shows up in everything you do. Whether it's the way you greet people with that constant smile, the laughter you bring into even the busiest days, or the genuines care you show to every patient and their owners it never goes unnoticed. You have a way of making people feel at ease heard and valued and that's something truly special. The compassion you have for your patients is remarkable. It's clear in the gentle way you care for them and the dedication you bring to ensuring they receive the best possible treatment. But what stands out just as much is the care the you extend to their owners, the reassurance, the patience, and the understanding you offer during moments that aren't always easy. Working alongside you has been a privilege. You've made a lasting impact not just through your owrk but through the warmth, and positivity you bring every day. While we're sad to see you go, we're incredibly grateful for the time we've had with you and the example you've set. You will truly be missed, but your kindness, your laughter, and your caring spirit will stay with all of us." -Heather
"Dr. Anthony was very welcoming and patient when I first started. He is always taking the time to explain things and includes everyone by treating all of his coworkers the same"
-Cassie
